The Art Of The Graft

On todays episode I will be chatting with Multi Cam and Fixed Rig Director Abigail Dankwa Abigail received a BAFTA for Best Entertainment Show for Life and Rhymes with the late Benjamin Zephaniah, She's also previously worked as a Floor Manager on major sporting events such as UEFA Super Cup, Europa, Champions League Final and was a stage manager for the London Olympics and Paralympics opening and...

Join Chantelle Burndam in conversation with producer Rianna Gayle as she shares her dynamic journey through the world of production. As a Black woman in the industry, Rianna is passionate about championing diversity on screen, making it a core focus in every project she works on. Her career spans unscripted television across entertainment, factual, comedy, and short-form digital content, with hand...

Derren Lawford - Founder of Dare Pictures Derren’s spent years working in creative development, helping ideas grow from rough early concepts into fully-formed projects out in the world. He’s worked across brand, media, and digital spaces, developing original ideas, shaping creative direction, and supporting teams as they turn strategy into actual work that connects with audiences.  His most r...

Isabel Ion - Writer + Director Isabel Ion is London-based writer + director and creative voice in film and video. Her most recent short film  Can’t A Girl?  A short film showing the life of a hopeless romantic diving into her surreal world of dating. I loved this film and connected with it so much both the story and style Isabel has worked across music videos and visual projects with a s...

Matt Cullum - Film Director + Editor Matt Cullum is an award-winning film director and editor whose impressive career includes collaborations with major platforms such as Netflix, MTV, Buzzfeed, the BBC, Sky, and Spotify. He began his journey in radio production before transitioning into television and film, a move that led him to discover his true creative calling. Throughout his work, Matt place...

Episode 4 with Mekel Bailey - Stylist and Costume Designer   Mekel began his career in the music industry at just 19 years old, starting out as a runner and working his way up through sheer passion and dedication. Over the years, he’s contributed to more than a hundred music videos, styling and dressing some of the biggest names in the industry  from Nicki Minaj and Nick Jonas to Kelly Rowland, Le...

Episode 3 with Trent Williams-Jones  Such a joy to chat with Executive Producer, Trent Williams-Jones, who has always been a driving force for representation in production. His impact on the industry has been felt for years. Trent was one of the early leaders who transitioned from TV into the digital space, seeing the potential long before most others did, and he has continued to prove how powerfu...

Georgina began her production career at just 17, and over the last 18 years has built a dynamic portfolio across music videos, television, film, and commercials, working with both boutique teams and major studios. Her first breakthrough came on the launch of The X Factor USA , a role that led her to WAG Entertainment and truly set her career in motion. Today, Georgina is an award-winning Productio...

The Art Of The Graft, is a podcast dedicated to creating a safe and open space for people from all backgrounds to share their stories. Each episode explores the highs and lows of their journeys within the world of production, offering honest reflections on what it means to navigate this industry as a minority. It’s a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the diverse voices shaping the craft....